I am really not the DM to weigh in on this. As I typically dislike most Player vs Player combat/mechanical interactions. There are so much more interesting things people can be doing on the server than stocking up potions and items to gank each other.

As far as nasty one shot items go? This is only talk - and by no means cleared or vetted by the rest of the team. But save stuff like that for if a DM is near? Suck it up and accept in a magical world, you may not know what magical badassery the next guy has? Find a different way to attack your foes, than physical conflict? Go after what they care about if you are not willing to accept they may suddenly and violently kick your ass with a bauble?

Since I've been back in the DM seat, and it hasn't been too long, I've seen some eye rollingly unsporting examples of PvP. And maybe I'm a simple old man, but honestly, the more grey area DM's leave for PVP to be overseen with out DM's the more conversations like this will happen.

It's a hitch, for sure. Less DM oversight, more complaints about the way other people PvP, More DM oversight the more complaints about player freedom.

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Fair warning. If people listened to me, any for of Combat based PvP, regardless where it happens, would require DM oversight. Less headaches for me that way. Butttttt…. That is not a popular opinion.

Hey gang!
It's me! KiY!

As most know, I've returned. I apologize for not diving to deep in to game yet, but there is a lot of changes from the last time I was playing, lots of new faces, and lots of new plots.

Some of ya'll may not know me, or maybe only familiar with my recent Character "Stubbs".

So what to expect.

1. Rules adherence and Community Beautification!
   I get really pissy towards rule breakers and people who are generally toxic or jerkish. You can find yourself on the wrong end of the Banhammer. I have banned friends and threatened to ban family - no evil escapes my sight!

2. Players First.
   I've been there guys. I really have. Sitting on the forums, afraid to post or say something, because another mean NPC is going to scold you for daring to have an original thought. Sure, you will encounter NPC's like that, but I really enjoy having NPC patrons that actually seek to earn the trust and friendship of players, NPCs who react to players with fear, respect, or awe. Them social skillpoints are not lost on me, never be afraid to ask me for a social role. I know everyone ain't that good with talkin' words - so I am not going to hold it against your character if you can't think of what to say when trying to impress the dwarven king. Just don't insult his beard. That shit gets you killed.

3. Less Fighty more Ploty.
   I'll throw combat at you, but it is likely to test your limits or give you a chance to feel like a bad ass. Normally the end of major events for me will be making a choice. A hard choice. One from which you will not be able to escape the consequences of! What this translates to, I don't care if you are 1st level or 10th level, players should feel welcome to get in on my plots.

4. Politics, Politics, Politics.
   I see your eyes glazing over. That is fine. If it isn't your cup of tea, that is cool. But I love the political game. I love factions being pitted against each other, but I also look at the deep buried secrets of NPCs and PCs and feel they need to be exposed - or why bother having them as a narrative! Rest assured that if you get involved in my plot, there will be a tie to a faction, involvement with a faction, or be the foci of attention for some political wrangling.

5. Weird stuff.
   I love the planes, strange locals, and odd ball things. Expect plots to range from Lovecraftian horror to amusing funny stories. I like them all.

6. Finally - Player Agency
   It should be all about you folks. Your characters. Their stories. Your ideas. I believe the more control players have over the look and feel of the server, the less work for the DM's' and the more fun for everyone. But then again, I also thought it was a crime to remove eating and drinking as requirements to live. So what do I know!

Anyway, that is me in a nutshell, anyone checking out my previous 'Hey How Ya Doings' are sure to notice maybe a few changes in views and operation. But that is because DMing/GMing/Storytelling whatever you want to call it is an art type, and you refine your skills over time. This is how I feel now, and how I plan on going forward.

Bad news bears? My far more popular than me Wife and I are currently buying a house. Lots of paperwork, not much free time, so my presence will be slow to get in game to what it used to be.

Also - Dragon Age Inquisition and Pillars of Eternity take up some time too!

So, good to be back! Love so many new faces.
If you cheat, I'll ban your ass.

Hugs and Kisses!

Nerds.

Request Denied.

Bunch of scrubs.

Just sticking my head in. Donkey is strokin' my ego and stokin' my interest. I'll confess. I never thought I'd see an actual wipe. (I was in favour of it). I always figured it would happen when Moloch snapped and Rage-Deleted everyone.

strokes his chin
Well Well Well.

What is all of this?

I like talking to myself….

Is that Molochs New account? he isn't fooling anyone…

Sweet. Balthus farewell note is a plot item.

I think what was to be said in this thread has been said. I am locking it now so civility can be the order of the day.